Renowned fusion band Shakti, featuring John McLaughlin, Zakir Hussain, Shankar Mahadevan, V Selvaganesh, and Ganesh Rajagopalan, wins the Best Global Music Album Grammy.
Their latest release ‘This Moment,’ marks their first album in over 45 years, earning international acclaim. Furthermore, Shakti emerged victorious among tough competition from Susana Baca, Bokante, Burna Boy, and Davido.
Congrats Best Global Music Album winner – 'This Moment' Shakti. #GRAMMYs 🎶
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— Recording Academy / GRAMMYs (@RecordingAcad) February 4, 2024
The Grammy win is a testament to Shakti’s enduring influence and innovative fusion of musical styles. Despite facing formidable competition from artists like Susana Baca, Bokante, Burna Boy, and Davido, Shakti emerged victorious, solidifying their position as pioneers in global music.
The reassembled ensemble’s victory at the Grammys marks a significant milestone in their illustrious career. Comprising talents such as John McLaughlin on guitar and guitar synth, Zakir Hussain on tabla, Shankar Mahadevan as vocalist, V Selvaganesh as percussionist, and Ganesh Rajagopalan on violin, Shakti’s win is a testament to their unparalleled musical prowess and dedication to pushing artistic boundaries.
With ‘This Moment,’ Shakti delivers eight captivating compositions that showcase their collective virtuosity and creative vision. Their unique blend of genres captivates audiences worldwide, making them deserving recipients of the Grammy for Best Global Music Album.
In a ceremony held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 5, Shakti’s triumph resonated across the music industry, reaffirming their status as trailblazers in the global music scene. This Grammy win honors Shakti’s past accomplishments and heralds a new chapter of success and innovation for the legendary fusion band.
PM Modi congratulated S. Madhavan’s success.
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Shankar Mahadevan and other band members for the Grammy success. He wrote:
”Congratulations on your phenomenal success at the #GRAMMYs! Your exceptional talent and dedication to music have won hearts worldwide. India is proud!’ PM added, ‘These achievements are a testament to the hardwork you keep putting in. It will also inspire the new generation of artists to dream big and excel in music.”
Congratulations @ZakirHtabla, @Rakeshflute, @Shankar_Live, @kanjeeraselva, and @violinganesh on your phenomenal success at the #GRAMMYs! Your exceptional talent and dedication to music have won hearts worldwide. India is proud! These achievements are a testament to the hardwork…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 5, 2024
